What is the distance between Harare and Cape Town?

About 1355 miles (2185 km) separate Harare and Cape Town.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Harare to Cape Town?

If you're headed to Cape Town from Harare, chances are that your bus will leave from Harare and arrive at Bus Station - Civic Centre. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cape Town?

Once in Cape Town, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Cape of Good Hope & Cape Point, Robben Island, Bo Kaap, Table Mountain Aerial Cableway and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens.

Bus Harare to Cape Town from $95 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Harare to Cape Town on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:00am	Harare - Roadport (PVT)	1d 20h	6:30am	Bus Station - Civic Centre	Cheapest
	Bus	8:00am	Fifth St & Robert Mugabe Rd	1d 18h	2:20am	Bellville - 1a, Meath Street, Oakdale, Bellville, Cape Town	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 11:15 AM CAT.

Get from Harare to Cape Town

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours and with fares starting at just $98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

1d 17hAverage Duration

1347 milesDistance

54kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Nabil Transport

3/58 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness5

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0

Users have expressed satisfaction with the service, highlighting helpful drivers and good customer service. The positive experiences during their journeys have left them eager to use the services again in the future.

Nitol Transport Harare Cape Town recent customer reviews

I enjoy my journey because of the service provided received the driver were very helpful. The have good customer service. I can waiting to use it again on my way back

Jc C.

April 29, 2025

Bus kept on stopping

Michelle S.

November 4, 2024

From your services to your drivers...ur the 👌

Fairness C.

August 10, 2024

Wez We Coaches

1.5/5540 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness1.7

Wifi0.4

Based on 540 reviews, the company was rated 1.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the power outlets but often complained with the wifi. Wez We Coaches ticket prices on this trip start at $108

WEZWECOACHES Harare Cape Town recent customer reviews

Bad service they was no bus they selling tickets without buses please remove this bus on your online platform this guys are scams

Kelvin Tinotenda M.

October 24, 2023

MB Transport

3/532 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness3

Wifi0

Based on 32 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the wifi. MB Transport ticket prices on this trip start at $104

MB Transport Harare Cape Town recent customer reviews

First of all we are still in Bloemfontein Second of all the drivers they don’t communicate with that passengers that it’s time for lunch the bus was very full some people end up standing and siting in the passage lm not happy at all and l Won’t recommend it and people were fighting over sits bcoz 1 sit was sold to 5 people

Denise N.

July 19, 2025

Munenzwa

3/516 reviews

Staff3.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness2.9

Wifi0

Users have reported that the service is fast and efficient, with friendly and professional staff. The reception at various points was exceptional, particularly at the border. However, some users noted issues such as breakdowns and fuel injector problems during their journey but appreciated how quickly these were addressed.

MUNENZWA Harare Cape Town recent customer reviews

The reception at road port and along the way was exceptional ,the team was awesome at the border as well,however the bus should have all ports for charging put in place at all seats,bus had prblms with fuel injectors in jbh which delayed us but attended to asap.overally trip was awesome n worthy.

Tapiwa P C.

October 29, 2023

The drivers were very kind and professional

Vimbai M.

September 10, 2025

It's only breakdowns that disappointed me.

Prican N.

March 25, 2025

Chihwa Tours

1.5/514 reviews

Staff0

Timeliness0

Cleanliness1.3

Wifi0

According to customer reviews, there are mixed opinions about the service provided. Some customers express gratitude for the friendly and helpful drivers, while others are disappointed with delays and unreliable buses. Issues such as late departures, impounded buses due to expired licenses, and frequent stops have been mentioned multiple times. It is suggested that improvements should be made in order to provide a more reliable travel experience for customers.

CHIHWA Harare Cape Town recent customer reviews

Very terrible service from Chihwa. People went to board the bus on Sunday 12th as booked only to be told at the office that there is no Sunday bus and return on Tuesday. They did not even bother to communicate prior. Then Tuesday again there was no bus. What an inconvenience. Will never use that bus again and i will also advice my friends and family to never use it. Greatly dissappointed

Tinotenda N.

January 15, 2025

The bus was not available on the day booked. They had to move my sister into a different bus. Arrival time was totally wrong. Very disappointing

Gladys B.

March 8, 2024

Bus was suppose to leave Harare at 10h00 on Friday, 31 March 2023, was then told bus was leaving at 6pm that evening, it eventually only left after 10pm that evening. When the bus got to Beaufort West, the bus was impounded as the licence of the bus expired the day before. Another bus was arranged which only left late evening. Not impressed with the service

Lana N.

April 3, 2023

Chamboko Deluxe Coaches

3.5/52 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0

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Where are the popular stops in Harare and Cape Town?

Stops in Harare

A - Harare

B - Reg Harris Motors

Stops in Cape Town

A - Bus Station - Civic Centre

B - Bellville - 8 Mabel St.

C - Bus Station - Old Marine Drive

D - Civic Centre

E - Bellville

F - Bellville - Oakdale

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Harare to Cape Town by bus

What is the distance between Harare and Cape Town?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Harare to Cape Town?
What are the best sights and things to do in Cape Town?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/16

$98

11/17

$107

Today

$105

11/19

$98

11/20

$97

11/21

$97

11/22

$108

11/23

$95

The cheapest trip from Harare to Cape Town was searched and found on Nov 23, 2025 with a price of $95

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Harare to Cape Town, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $95 to $108 for a bus ticket from Harare to Cape Town based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $95 which is on 2025-11-23.

Usually Nabil Transport, MB Transport will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.